39 teachers convicted of sexually abusing learners countrywide

2 minutes Childline in KwaZulu-Natal says recent findings revealed that at least 39 teachers countrywide were found guilty of sexual misconduct against learners, highlighting glaring gaps in the vetting system. The findings by the Education Labour Relations Council indicate that most of the teachers are from KwaZulu-Natal, followed by Gauteng. Director of Childline in KwaZulu-Natal,…

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Festive season boosts Gqeberha’s informal economy

FILE | Trader along a beachfront While the festive season is known for packed beaches and sunny days along the Eastern Cape coast, it’s also a crucial period for local businesses. In Summerstrand, in Gqeberha, the influx of holidaymakers has brought a welcome boost for informal traders and service providers operating along the beachfront. Beachside…

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PKTT will continue work despite disbandment directive: Masemola

National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola testifies before the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry, September 23, 2025. National Police Commissioner General Fannie Masemola says the KwaZulu-Natal Political Killings Task Team (PKTT) will continue its work despite the embattled Police Minister Senzo Mchunu issuing a directive for its disbandment. Masemola is testifying before the Madlanga Commission of…

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New witness to testify as Madlanga Commission enters day 51

FILE| Chairperson and commissioners at the Madlanga Commission of Inquiry in Pretoria. A new witness is expected to take the stand on Monday morning at the Madlanga Commission as the inquiry enters Day 51 of proceedings at the Bridgette Mabandla Justice College in Pretoria. The commission was established by President Cyril Ramaphosa following KwaZulu-Natal Police…

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LIVE | G20 Health Working Group meeting

1 minute South Africa hosts G20 second G20 Health Working Group Meeting in KZN. The three day meeting will focus on critical issues including strengthening health systems and promoting equitable access to health services. Health Minister Dr Aaron Motsoaledi will deliver the opening address. LIVE:    

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Consumer inflation dips sharply in October

A woman uses a trolley as she shops at a Pick n Pay store at the Dobson Point Shopping Centre, in Soweto, South Africa, March 19, 2024. 1 minute Data released by Statistics South Africa (Stats SA) shows that consumer price inflation declined sharply to a four-year low from 3.8% in September to 2.8% in…

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